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United Nations Day 2026: History, Key Facts, Objectives, India’s Role and Challenges

24-Oct-2026

United Nations Day is observed every year on 24 October to mark the anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945.

Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026: Theme, Dates, Key Sessions and Significance

24-Oct-2026

The Indian Navy is scheduled to host IPRD-2026 in New Delhi from 3 to 5 November 2026.

33rd India-Singapore Maritime Exercise SIMBEX-2026 Begins in Visakhapatnam

22-Oct-2026

The 33rd edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX-2026) began in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on 21 October 2026. 

Ladakh Panchayat Elections 2026: Kargil Hill Council Dissolved, 100 Seats Notified Across Eight Districts

22-Oct-2026

On 21 October 2026, the Ladakh administration dissolved the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council–Kargil, following district reorganisation.

SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum 2026: India’s Initiative for Cultural Cooperation and People-to-People Ties

21-Oct-2026

On 20 October 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India would host the first SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum by the end of 2026.

Ladakh Gets Sankoo as Its Eighth District: Key Facts, Background, Significance and Challenges

16-Oct-2026

On 16 October 2026, the Ladakh administration notified the creation of Sankoo as a new district, making it the eighth district of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh.

WHO Pandemic Agreement: Key Provisions, PABS Framework and Significance for India

15-Oct-2026

On 12 October 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Political Declaration on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response (PPPR), following its consideration at the high-level meeting on 25 September 2026.

Global Cities Index 2026: Key Facts, Major Dimensions, Delhi's Performance and Major Indian Cities

15-Oct-2026

The Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026 has highlighted significant gaps between economic development and living standards in Indian cities. Delhi emerged as India's highest-ranked city, securing 268th position overall. 

NSAP Renamed Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana: Cabinet Approves ₹53,428 Crore Till 2030–31

15-Oct-2026

On 14 October 2026, the Union Cabinet approved ₹53,428 crore for continuing the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) during 2026-27 to 2030-31.

World Standards Day 2026: Theme, Key Facts, History and Major Organisations

14-Oct-2026

World Standards Day is observed every year on 14 October to recognise the importance of international standards in ensuring quality, safety, efficiency and global cooperation.

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